O.R. Tambo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Emperors Palace Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Emperors Palace Casino during your time in Kempton Park? Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
International Terminal Duty Free Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at International Terminal Duty Free Mall during your trip to Kempton Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.
Activities
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
6 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Our pick of the best O.R. Tambo Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Would recommend for overnight stay in Jo’berg. Hotel is part of the airport and is a 5 min walk. You do not need to organise a transfer to the hotel. Just follow the signs from Arrivals. Room was large and clean. Comfortable bed and nice bathroom. Nice outdoor pool area with well priced food and ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Very Nice place, Nice service. We havé appreciated
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Clean room and helpful and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Reception staff were friendly and very efficient. The rooms/hotel are no longer in their prime and could use some updating, but they are clean and had everything we needed for our layover. Complimentary airport shuttle was on time. The breakfast buffet was also complimentary which wasn't clear when ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
Everything is walking distance and under the roof, didn’t have to go outside. Loved that about the hotel. The Spa was excellent from the moment you walk in. I give all the ladies there 10/10.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Clean and spacious with excellent facilities. Aircon flap was not functioning though.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
Morningside
Some popular features of Morningside include its shopping and gardens. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Johannesburg Stock Exchange or The MARC are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
